Ogun Police Recover Hijacked Trailer, 900 Bags of Cement in Intelligence-Led Operation

Ogun Police Recover Hijacked Trailer, Cement Cargo in Intelligence-Led Operation


The Ogun State Police Command has recorded a major operational success following the recovery of a hijacked trailer truck loaded with 900 bags of cement, alongside the seizure of a locally fabricated single-barrel pistol.


According to the police, the recovery was made during a coordinated, intelligence-driven operation carried out by operatives acting on credible information about criminal activity within the state.



Police sources explained that officers were mobilised after receiving intelligence reports pointing to the movement of a stolen trailer within the area. Acting swiftly, operatives tracked and intercepted the vehicle, leading to the recovery of the truck and its cargo.


During the operation, officers also discovered a locally made firearm, believed to be linked to criminal activities associated with the hijacking.



The items recovered include:

-One trailer truck earlier reported hijacked

-900 bags of cement loaded on the vehicle

-One locally fabricated single-barrel pistol


The recovered vehicle and goods have since been secured by the police.



The Ogun State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to tackling crimes such as vehicle hijacking, armed robbery, and illegal possession of firearms. The command noted that intelligence-led policing remains central to its strategy for improving safety across the state.


Residents were also encouraged to continue cooperating with security agencies by providing timely and credible information that can help prevent and solve crimes.



Police authorities confirmed that investigations are ongoing to identify and apprehend those responsible for the hijacking and to determine the origin of the recovered firearm.

The command assured members of the public that updates would be provided as developments unfold.

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